Kaitlyn’s practice focuses on complex commercial litigation across a variety of areas, including contract disputes and business dissolutions. She regularly advises clients in all stages of litigation, from pre-litigation counseling and investigation, through the discovery process, through mediation and settlement, and, where necessary, through the trial and the appeals process. She is a member of the firm’s Appellate practice group and has worked on appellate briefs for the First Department, New York Court of Appeals and the United States Supreme Court. She has been a member of several successful trial and arbitration teams at Mintz and her prior firm, including co-chairing a Delaware Chancery Court trial, but has also been successful in obtaining favorable settlements for her clients long before the trial process. Kaitlyn is effective at managing large case teams in all stages of litigation to efficiently and successfully secure wins for our clients that benefit their business objectives.
She has developed and maintains a significant amount of experience with regards to Delaware litigation and its risks and significance for corporate clients and their entities. She also maintains an active Connecticut practice and has experience in managing filings and discovery in the state, appearing and arguing in the state and appellate courts situated there, giving her insight into the procedurals of the state court.
Kaitlyn is also active in the firm’s pro bono initiatives. She is lead counsel in immigration proceedings to obtain Special Immigrant Juvenile Status for two siblings, and has drafted and filed multiple amicus briefs in the Supreme Court of the United States on behalf of pro bono clients, including the National Queer Asian Pacific Islander Alliance.
Experience
- Represented Geneius Biotechnology, Inc in a dispute with a minority shareholder that attempted to gain control of the company. In an expedited matter, we served as lead trial counsel in the Delaware Chancery Court and secured a total victory for the client.
- Successfully arbitrated a complex partnership dispute involving claims of breach of fiduciary duties in connection with the management of 3 mixed-use buildings in midtown Manhattan. Secured a $31 million award on behalf of the client, which directed that the partnership be dissolved and that there be an open market sale of the three properties.
- Represented SpinMaster, a leading global children's entertainment company, in a patent infringement case related to the company's Zero Gravity® Laser toy vehicle, which was named "Best Toy" by Popular Mechanics at the 2019 Toy Fair. Obtained a preliminary injunction in December 2019 enjoining the sales of the infringing toys by defendant, which was appealed. The parties settled their dispute and the case was dismissed by stipulation.
- Conducted internal investigation of privately held company related to the termination of its CEO and negotiated favorable settlement with former executive to allow for company’s growth and additional investment.
- Represented individual partner in a partnership dissolution action with, among others, claims for breach of contract, breach of fiduciary duty, accounting, and disparagement. Obtained dismissal with prejudice of all but a single declaratory judgment action, allowing for favorable settlement only months after the commencement of the action.
viewpoints
Providing Sanctuary for Survivors
December 13, 2023 | Article
Sanctuary for Families is the leading provider and advocate for survivors of domestic abuse, sex trafficking, and related forms of gender violence. Last year alone, the organization provided vital support to over 7,200 adults and children facing adversity. Read more about Mintz's pro bono work with Sanctuary for Families.
Lessons from Disney: The Exercise of the Corporate Voice is Protected Business Decision
August 2, 2023 | Blog | By Patrick E. McDonough, Kaitlyn Crowe
In the ever-changing and divisive political climate facing our nation today, boards of directors and the companies they oversee face myriad pressures from numerous stakeholders to weigh in on specific political, cultural, and social issues. Helpfully, a recent decision by the Delaware Chancery Court determined that a board’s decision to utilize the company’s voice and speak out about the pertinent issue is a “business decision” by the Company.
Liu v. SEC —SCOTUS Weighs In, But Disgorgement Questions Remain
July 2, 2020 | Blog | By Kaitlyn Crowe
When is an Interim International Arbitral Award “Final” Enough for Judicial Enforcement?
December 18, 2019 | Blog | By Kaitlyn Crowe
Can a Settlement Agreement Be Converted to an Arbitration Award That is Enforceable Under the New York Convention?
October 11, 2019 | Blog | By Kaitlyn Crowe
Application to Compel Arbitration Under New York CPLR 7503: What Does It Mean to Be “Aggrieved”?
June 13, 2019 | Blog | By Kaitlyn Crowe
The Problem of Federal Question Jurisdiction Over FAA Petitions After a Domestic Arbitration
March 13, 2019 | Blog | By Kaitlyn Crowe
News & Press
Seven Mintz attorneys were recognized in Benchmark Litigation’s 2024 “40 & Under List” which spotlights the “top emerging talent in litigation” who are 40 years old and under. The annual “40 & Under List” is compiled through peer and client review, as well as consideration of individual cases.
The Best Lawyers in America 2025 Recognizes 184 Mintz Attorneys across 56 Practice Areas
August 15, 2024
187 Mintz attorneys have been recognized by Best Lawyers® in the 2025 edition of The Best Lawyers in America©. Notably, three Mintz attorneys received 2025 “Lawyer of the Year” awards, and 64 firm attorneys were included in the 2025 edition of Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch.
Mintz is pleased to announce that 120 firm attorneys have been recognized as leaders by Best Lawyers® in the 2024 edition of The Best Lawyers in America©.
Mintz Announces New Member Growth
December 16, 2022
We're thrilled to announce the addition of 17 new Members to Mintz. Along with seven attorneys recently elevated to membership in the firm, we’ve welcomed ten lateral Members in 2022. They add depth to our experience and capabilities in life sciences, health care, financial services, private equity, sports & entertainment, technology, and other sectors.
Twenty-six Mintz Attorneys Recognized as 2022 New York Super Lawyers and Rising Stars
September 29, 2022
17 Mintz attorneys have been named New York Metro Super Lawyers and nine Mintz attorneys have been named New York Metro Rising Stars by Super Lawyers for 2022.
The Supreme Court’s Upcoming Decision in the DACA Cases Could Place LGBTQ Recipients at Serious Risk
November 11, 2019
Recognition & Awards
Best Lawyers in America "Ones to Watch": Commercial Litigation (2021-2022)
Best Lawyers in America "Ones to Watch": Litigation - Real Estate (2024-2025)
New York Super Lawyers Rising Stars - Business Litigation (2016 - 2022)
Benchmark Litigation: 40 & Under Hot List (2024)
Order of the Coif, Fordham University School of Law
Mary Daley Prize in Legal Ethics, Fordham University School of Law